Archive for August 31st, 2008
Killer Whales Part-2
Because of their fierce reputation, killer whales are sometimes called ballena asesina (“assassin whale”) by the Spanish. They were referred to as “whale killers” by sailors who witnessed their attacks on larger cetaceans, an over time this name was changed to “killer whales”. They are called this not because they harm humans but because they [...]
Killer Whales
Orcas, or killer whales, are the largest of the dolphins and one of the world’s most powerful predators. They feast on marine mammals such as seals, sea lions, and even whales, employing teeth that can be four inches (ten centimeters) long. They are known to grab seals right off the ice. They also eat fish, [...]